Chester - In Sammie & Friends Foster Care

Name: Chester
Sex: Male (altered)
Breed: Pug Mix
Age: 10 years
Location: Yuba City, CA

 

Vet/Medical Info: We are unable to verify Chester’s medical information as his vet is unknown. His current owner/caregiver has told us he is neutered, up to date with vaccinations and heartworm negative.

Owner Info: Hello!  I'm Chester.  I am a 10 year old fawn neutered male pug mix.  When I was little one of my siblings scratched my eye, which later had to be removed.  Unfortunately not long after, I had an accident involving my other eye,  which lead me to go blind.  I have lived 10 wonderful years with my dad and he loved me so much.  My dad has passed away now and I need to find a home.  I am a sweet and friendly old man, and make a great companion.  I like to sleep a lot and I love food as well.  As you can see I could use to lose a little weight, but I am in fairly good health for my age.  I am house trained and have no incontinent problems.  I need a new home for my retirement.

Chester doesn't like things that jingle or ring.  He gets a little anxious/apprehensive and barks until the high pitched sounds stop.  His overall health is good for his age, but he does have some weakness in hind legs due to age and is missing teeth.  Chester is good with men, women, and children, and both dogs and cats!

Update 8/1/2012: Chester has found a foster home where he can stay until his forever home is found - could that be you?

Magoo - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Magoo
Sex: Male (altered)
Breed: Schnauzer mix
Age: 4 years

Location: Amherst, OH

Vet/Medical Info: Magoo is neutered and is up to date on his rabies, distemper, and parvo vaccines.  They are next due 3/9/2013.  He is overdue for his lepto and bordetella vaccines, a heartworm test, and a fecal.  Magoo weighs about 30 pounds.   

  

Owner Info: Magoo's owner needs to find a new home for him asap as he has moved back in with his parents due to his own health issues.  Magoo was originally a rescue dog (the rescue is no longer operating) who his owner fostered, and then adopted!  He's had Magoo for about three years.  Magoo was born blind, apart from this he is in good health. He is an indoor dog confined to one area of the house, he is housebroken but may occasionally mark, is leash trained and knows basic commands. He is an outgoing boy, good with adults, dogs and cats, but may try to play with cats. Magoo can be possessive of toys and bones, but isn't possessive over food.  He has never bitten or snapped at anyone.  He has lived with other dogs and has done fine, but his owner notes that he does like to have his own space, too.  What his owner loves so much about him is how compassionate he is - he loves people and loves contact with people and just loves to be petted!  He's a very friendly and affectionate fellow.  His owner is desperately hoping for placement  for Magoo asap.    

Stevie - Adopted

Name: Stevie
Sex: Male (not altered)
Breed: Cairn Terrier
Age: 3 years
Location: Phoenix, AZ

 

Vet/Medical Info: Stevie's medical information is unable to be verified. Owner states he is not altered and is due for all vaccinations and heartworm testing.

Owner Info: Stevie's owner has no choice but to find a new home for him. Over the past 10yrs + he's taken in strays and provided them a home as best as he could. He had a good job and stability but lost his job in Feb. and the house he's renting is in foreclosure; eventually he'll have no place to stay. Stevie is not the only dog he's trying to find a home for - he has 20. So far 4 have been adopted. Stevie has been placed on Cairn Rescue online but they said they probably would not be able to find a home for him because of his blindness. Stevie is an indoor dog with the run of the house, he is housebroken but not leash trained. He has never been taught any commands but is very obedient. he is an outgoing boy, good with adults and teenagers. Stevie will get defensive if other dogs pick on him. Unless you knew he is blind, you can't tell. There are no physical signs - he looks healthy and has never had any health issues. His owner appreciates anything we can do for him.                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Max - Adopted

Name: Max

Sex: Male (altered)

Breed: Shih Tzu

Age: 12-18 months approximately

Location: Tunnel Hill, GA

Vet Info: Max was neutered on 6/7/12 and also had an eye removed. The other eye has limited vision. He received his rabies, Dhpp, and bordatella vaccines on 5/31/12. He is heartworm negative.  Max weighs 15 pounds.

Owner Info: Max was rescued from a shelter (in horrible condition with two old eye injuries) and his owner has been unable to find him a home. She has other dogs and she feels he needs an experienced owner for special needs dogs.   He is an indoor dog who is crated when his owner leaves the house, and he is leash trained. He is good with both men and women, and female dogs. He does fine with her cats, but is too rough with the kittens, so she keeps them separated. He can be possessive of his toys. He is fed in his crate, so she is not sure about food aggression, but he has never bitten or snapped at anyone. His owner feels he compensates exceptionally well. He has limited vision in the one eye but it is easy to forget he can't see well. He is in excellent health and very sweet and a little spoiled. His owner  would love him to go to a home where he sleeps in the bed with his people :)            

Molly - Staying With Owner

Name: Molly

Sex: Female (altered)

Breed: Doxie/spaniel/terrier mix?

Age: 10 years approximately

Location: Tunnel Hill, GA

  

Vet Info: Molly was spayed 2/28/12 and also had a dental.  She received her rabies vaccine on 5/28/12, but the vet's office has no record of her receiving any other vaccines.  Molly has gone through the slow kill method of heartworm treatment and is on prevention now.  She weighs 25 pounds. 

  

Owner Info: Molly was pulled from a kill shelter in December to save her life.  She is missing an eye, but that happened before she ended up in the shelter, and her owner doesn't know how it happened.  Molly's owner is over her limit on dogs she's allowed to have and she's hoping to find Molly rescue/a new home as soon as possible.  She says that Molly is a great dog and she deserves to be in her own home where she can be spoiled rotten and be the only princess!!   Molly is an outdoor dog with a fenced yard, she is housebroken and leash trained. She is also great crated and in the house.  She is good with both men and women and has never bitten or snapped at anyone.  Molly does not get along with other dogs, mainly ones that are larger.  Molly's owner has other pets as well, so it has been hard for Molly.   Molly is a senior, but she is very sassy and fiesty and likes to "talk" to you.  Her owner thought she was about 6 when she got her. She says that Molly is a great companion animal for people, just not other dogs. She has been fussy with the cats too, when they get on the side she can't see. She thinks it's a defense mechanism then.   

Update 2/24/2013: We've heard from Molly's owner and she is now desperate for placement for Molly.  Molly should be considered urgent!   Molly will need to be an only dog.

Update 8/9/2013: Molly is VERY, VERY URGENT now.  There apparently was a difference of opinion between Molly and another dog in her multi-dog household, and the other dog ended up with an eye injury.  Her current owner states that she cannot and will not keep Molly much longer.

Molly should be the only dog in her forever home.  Please consider Molly!  She needs a home right now!

Update 9/15/13: Molly's owner said that Molly still needs a new home. She is now living in the backyard which is not a good situation for Molly:(

Update 11/23/13: Molly is still looking for her forever home! She needs to be an only dog, please help her if you can!

Update 6/15/14: Molly continues to need a new home. She is now living on the deck; she can't be with the other dogs because she does not get along with them. She needs to be the only dog!

Update 4/11/15: We've heard from Molly's owner and Molly is still waiting for a new home! "I have had her for 3 years and she was estimated between 8 and 12 then, so she is to the point it would be more like a hospice rescue. I would love for a sanctuary to take her but I think that is a dream. She lives with other cats and dogs but she can be ugly at times with them.  Thank you so much!"​

Ginger - In Memory

Name: Ginger
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Boxer/German Shepherd/Labrador Mix
Age: 10 years
Location: Pittsford, NY

 

Vet/Medical Info: Ginger is spayed and up to date on all vaccines.  She is next due for distemper and 

lepto in 2013, and for her rabies vaccine in 2014. Recent parasite and heartworm 

testing were negative. Ginger is on heartworm preventative.  She takes Soloxine for 

hypothyroidism and her vet's office notes that she is a very well cared for dog.  

Owner Info: Ginger's owner is moving out of the country. She originally got her from the Orange County, 

CA pound. Ginger is microchipped, she is an indoor dog with the run of the house, she is 

housebroken and leash trained. She know lots of commands such as Sit, Stay, Up tall 

(stand on hind legs), Go lay down on your bed, Excuse me, Upstairs, Downstairs, Let's go 

for a ride in the car, Let's go for a walk and Dinner. She did a beginners training class and won 

1st place. Ginger is an outgoing girl, she is good with women and teenagers, dogs and cats. 

She used to be very protective of her food  and family, and likes to chase bikes. She barks 

when new people come in the house, but never goes after them. Ginger adapts well to new 

situations,she's been camping and to a cabin on vacation since she's been blind and did 

well. She has seen an ophthamologist and has total blindness from SARDS occuring July 

2011, blindness onset within two months. Ginger has hypothyroidism, she takes thyroid 

tablets 2x a day.  Showing possible signs of Cushing's Syndrome but has not been tested. 

She loves people and is a very faithful companion. Ginger looks forwardto her baths, walks, 

and rides in the car. She navigates stairs without a problem, anduses a doggy door to let herself 

out/in when she needs to go. She loves to be pet everywhere, especially under her chin. 

Ginger enjoys her trips to the vet and is a favorite there amongst staff. She is Invisible Fence 

Trained. She doesn't get discouraged when she can't find her way, she'll just keep trying, 

find her way back to a place she knows and go from there. Ginger has lived with other cats 

and dogs in the past, but hasn't been introduced to any since her blindness. During the time she 

was losing her vision, she did snap at people who approached her and patted her head.  

She did not know they were there, this behavior is one of the reasons we took her to be 

examined.  She did a similar thing to the vet - after being on the floor examining her 

without incident, as he rose from the floor to stand, she did try to get him too, however her 

aim is not too good. Ginger would not like to be left home alone, she follows her owner 

room to room.  She will spend time sunning herself anduse her doggy door, but still checks in 

often to be sure she knows where she is.

Libby - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Libby
Sex: Female (not altered)
Breed: Australian Shepherd
Age: 4 weeks
Location: Ellsinore, MO

Vet Info:  Libby is not quite four weeks old yet and has not been to the vet. She will be going for her 6 week vaccination and will get her eyesight and hearing checked then.

Owner Info: DOB June 28 2012. When our senior blue merle aussie came into heat, we put her in a fence to keep her away from our male red merle but we noticed only a few days before the two puppies were born that she was pregnant. She wasn't even big and we didn't notice her large nipples under her long hair. We have a home for one puppy. The other puppy we kept alive hoping that she would not be blind or deaf. We got her tailed docked and she is full blooded. We will also continue her vet visits until she is 8 weeks old. She will be 4 weeks this Thursday. We would love to keep her but we do not have the time to spend raising a blind dog nor do we know what to do. She would need to be inside and we simply do not have the room. We are not sure that she is totally blind or deaf since she is 3 weeks old but we are pretty positive. She has a good sense of smell and a great personality already. Very calm and makes noise if she feels uncomfortable. I have not taken any steps to rehome her so far. We live in a small town close to Poplar Bluff and I volunteer for the animal shelter here and sometimes foster for a program called Choose Adoption Please. I don't have any hope for her in this area because of how many dogs I see go through the shelter and get transported. I would like to see her go to someone who has worked with dogs like her before. Libby is an living indoor and being crated, she is too young to be fixed or housebroken yet. Though she has a great sense of smell and can be taught to pee in one area. She is peeing in only one side of the area she is in now with mom and other puppy. We have been testing her and observing and believe she is blind. Her eyes are open and seem to go a little outwards. She might have some sense of near sight. Will need more testing because we think she might be sensitive to light. Might also be deaf. We aren't finding any response though her ears could be developing slower and need more time to fully open. Just not sure but need to find a rescue or home that is familiar with her needs just in case. Even if she turns out healthy, which I almost can 100% guarantee she is not, she still needs a home. Just hope that we can find her a good rescue or immediate home! Picture is at three weeks old. She has a large red merle patch on her back and red tint all on her face.

Toby - Outcome Unknown

Name: Toby
Sex: Male (not altered)
Breed: German Shepherd/Great Pyrenees Mix
Age: 2-3 years
Location: Massillon, OH

Vet Info:  Toby is not utd on rabies, but owner has given him the other vaccines and will scan in the vaccine labels and forward to us. He is not neutered and has not been hw tested. There is a low cost rabies clinic on Wednesday night and if she takes him there for rabies she will let us know.

Owner Info: Toby's owner took him in because he was going to be let loose. He is blind and deaf. She has had him for about one year, she fosters and transports dogs and cannot take anymore in with 6 dogs. She thinks he needs more attention than she can give him. Toby is an indoor dog with the run of the house, he is housebroken but not leash trained. He knows to come in from outside when you touch his nose. He doesn't like going out of our fenced in yard and new surroundings make him scared. He does tend to run into stuff even if he gets used to where things are. He is an outgoing boy, good with people and children of all ages, other dogs, cats and small animals. Sometimes he will growl around young kids if they lay on him but he has never shown his teeth or nipped. His eyes have no discharge and the middle looks like you can see all the way through his eyes. He was pretty skinny and matted when they got him, now his health is good. He is a really good boy and she hates to see him not have all the attention he needs. She has never dealt with a blind dog and do not really know his needs, nor can she afford the vet bills.

Kitty - Outcome Unknown, No Owner Contact

Name: Kitty
Sex: Female (not altered)
Breed: Poodle
Age: 8 weeks
Location: Las Vegas, NV

Vet Info:  We have been unable to verify medical information for Kitty as to our knowledge she has never been to a vet.

Owner Info: Kitty was given to his current owner by a friend and they have tried to take care of her, but found they could not do it. Kitty is living as an indoor dog, confined to one area of the house. She is not housebroken or leash trained. She is shy and nervous. She cannot open her eyes and cannot see. Kitty desperately needs somewhere safe to go as her new owner cannot afford to keep her or give her the care she needs.

Mr Cooper - Adopted

Name: Mr. Cooper
Sex: Male (altered per owner)
Breed: White GSD Mix
Age: 2 1/2 years (DOB 11/09)
Location: Hampton, VA

Vet/Medical Info: Mr. Cooper is confirmed neutered, but was due in April, 2012,  for all vaccines.  Mr. Cooper's owner has an appointment for his vaccines shortly and will update us once he's up to date.  She says he's in overall good health. 

Owner Info: Mr. Cooper's owner just had one child and that limited her time with Mr. Cooper significantly. They just found out they are pregnant with #2.  She feels that she is not able to give him the time he deserves and he is a very good dog who deserves more than they can give. He is loving to those he gets to know and just all around kind. She's tried Craig's List and Facebook with no luck, and they love him and want to make sure he goes to a good home, not just ANY home.  Mr. Cooper is an outdoor dog with a fenced yard.  He is not housebroken, but he is leash trained.  He knows sit, stay, and down, if you have a treat!  They tried obedience training with him when he was a pup, but the noises frightened him, so they stopped after three sessions.  Mr. Cooper is a shy dog, and is good with women, and both male and female dogs. His owner says that because of his eye sight issues, he is not a playful, social animal, and he can have issues being around different people that he is not used to.  He is not possessive with toys, treats, or food.  However, because he was scared, his owner notes that he tried to nip at the vet when they put the muzzle on him to take him back for a bath for the first time. He's a timid dog, and will usually run and hide when frightened, but barks fiercely.   She does say he seems to be frightened of most things. Mr. Cooper was born with juvenile cataracts and the vet said he "sees like looking through a kaleidoscope", otherwise he is in good health.  Mr. Cooper's owner believes he'd do best with a couple or single person without kids. He is good with children he has grown with, but not children who come into his environment.

Spot - Staying With Owner

Name: Spot
Sex: Male (altered)
Breed: Jack Russell Terrier
Age: 6 years
Location: Brewster, MA

 

Vet/Medical Info: Spot is confirmed neutered and utd on rabies, lyme, and distemper.  He is next due 

for those vaccines on 4/26/2013.  They had no record of any recent heartworm 

testing.  They will call back if they find any other info... the girl who's been working 

with Spot was out to lunch.

Owner Info: Spot's owner currently has a total of 3 rescues in her home. She is 

disabled and sorry to say that she cannot provide the one-on-one care that Spot 

requires. She pulled him from CL's last April, to save him from a worse situation, 

and has invested a lot in having him evaluated with an opthamologist and treating 

him with doggie prozac to try to help him with his fear aggression. He is better, but 

continues to turn on her other two companions. Her other JRT has suffered a 

herniated disc, she is not sure if it was as a result of an altercation with Spot, but it 

certainly is a possibility. She loves this little mush, he is so adorable and sweet, and 

loves to play and is as gentle as a lump of dough when you handle him. It is only

when a stranger or anyone approaches the fence to come to the property that he 

loses it and becomes wild. She cannot continue to struggle with trying to fund his 

surgery. Both eyes have cataracts, she got him after his blindness occurred. He is a 

candidate for surgery, 90% chance of full recovery of vision. She is maintaining his 

chances for surgery with twice daily anti inflammatory drops and hope to hear 

someday that he has been lucky and will see again. It breaks her heart that she will

not be the one who gives this to him directly, but he deserves every chance he can 

get. Spot is an inside dog with the run of the house, he is housebroken and leash 

trained and knows the commands sit, stay and come. He is obedient and compliant, 

he loves to please and always tries to do so. He is an outgoing boy, good with 

people and children of all ages. Spot would probably do best as an only dog. His fear

aggression is an issue when he is surprised, his owner feels this is completely due to

his blindness. He is totally at ease when he is sure of his environment. He more than

anything tries to make a racket and warn off any interlopers. His demeanor is quite 

ferocious, but his need is to be assured that everything is ok. She simply does not 

have the energy to cope with his need for one on one care. He accepts new people 

easily, he simply needs to know that they are friend, not foe. He is protective of his 

home and guardian. However, never has he been aggressive towards vet, or techs. 

Spot is lovely, playful and delights in discovery of a toy that he recognizes. He is 

wonderful and smart and wants only to please. If his sight were restored, she feels 

confident she could keep him. However, he deserves a companion who can provide

either one on one with him as he is, or someone who can afford to give him the 

surgery. 

Boudini - In Memory

Name: Boudini
Sex: Male (altered)
Breed: Bulldog Mix
Age: 3-4 years 
Location: Breinigsville, PA

Vet/Medical Info: Boudini is neutered. He was vaccinated for both rabies and distemper 11/1/11. Heartworm, Lyme and Ehrlichia tests were negative. He is a good natured, 
friendly dog. Appears to have no sight in his left eye and healed corneal abrasion in right eye. Boudini had a routine dental and ear cleaning and a nail trimming on 3/21/2012. He was given Tresaderm for his ears to be administered for one week. 

Owner Info: 
A few months ago Boudini was found walking down a busy highway. He was taken in and 
vetted and neutered but now her landlord has said she has too many dogs(3 others) and he has to go.  Boudini is an inside dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and is leash trained but is a strong walker and does pull.  He gets along with other dogs and adults. Children/young adults unknown, although is friendly with everyone on his walks.  He gets along well with owner's other pets.  Boudini does not like to be crated and has destroyed both metal and plastic crate.  He does well in the house.  

Update 9/15/13: We heard from Boudini's owner today.  Boudini went to a new home for three weeks, but then something unexpected happened with the new owner (no problem with Boudini/nothing related to Boudini) and he had to return.  He still needs a home!!!

Update 1/18/2014: We have heard from Boudini's owner and he is still looking for a home! Please continue to share his information.  

Update 4/14/14: Boudini STILL needs a home.  He has been on the Owner Surrender list for almost TWO YEARS.  He is doing well but needs a home where he can get more attention!

Update 6/16/2014: Boudini has been on our Owner Surrender list since July of 2012. His owner really wants him to have a new home where he can get more attention and love!

Update 8/24/2014: Boudini continues to wait. And wait. And wait. Since July of 2012! :( Please help Boudini find a new home!!

Update 11/18/14: Poor Boudini has been waiting since July of 2012 for a new home! Please help him if you can!!

Cha Cha - In Memory

Name: Cha Cha
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Chihuahua

Age: 8 years

Location:Rowland Heights, CA

Vet/Medical Info: Cha Cha weighs seven pounds and is spayed.   Cha Cha is next due for her rabies vaccine in June, 2013.

Owner Info: Cha Cha's owner is a full-time student who is no longer able to give Cha Cha the time or attention she deserves.  Cha Cha is an indoor dog with run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained, and knows "sit".  Cha Cha is good with men, women, and teenagers.  Cha Cha's owner says that she shows aggression towards puppies because as they try to play with her, her disability prevents her from knowing what's going on, which causes her to be defensive.  When Cha Cha's owners leave for an extended period, Cha Cha does very well at their friend's home, with their family and children.  Her owner says that both eyes have been diagnosed with cataracts, however, the right eye seems to be completely blind and the left eye is not as severe, but has showings of it.  Her owner also notes that Cha Cha does have some other medical issues.  Due to a break, she had a plate inserted into her back leg when she was a puppy.  She also has an enlarged heart and a pinched nerve in her back, but this has not bothered her in two years.  Cha Cha has become a bit more timid since the cataracts, but she loves to give lots and lots of kisses! Even after meeting a new person, Cha Cha is well-known for her kisses! 

Shelby - In BDRA Foster Care

Name: Shelby
Sex: Female (not altered)
Breed: Border Collie
Age: 6 years approximately
Location: Winterville, NC

 

Vet/Medical Info: Shelby has only been to this vet a few times, but they were able 

to say she's up to date with vaccines,although could not give info as to when they're 

next due, as the vaccines were given elsewhere. Shelby is not spayed. She is 

heartworm negative confirmed by a heartworm test given 6/19/12.  Shelby is 

diabetic.  They had no other relevant medical information. 

Owner Info: Shelby was found on the side of the road, she is now being cared for  by the daughterof the people that found her. Her husband doesn't want a pet and 

she cannot continue to take care of her financially, especially with her being diabetic.

Shelby hascataracts, she bumps into walls. They believe she has limited peripheral 

vision and think the diabetes may be the cause of blindness. She has a wonderful 

temperament.  They have contacted local animal shelters and they are all full, they 

have asked church folks, neighbors, etc. if they would be willing to take her in, but 

with her being blind and diabetic they have been unwilling to consider. Shelby is an 

indoor dog confined to one area of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained.

Shelby knows commands such as sit and come. She is extremely well behaved, 

rarely barks and never in the house. She is good with people and children of all 

ages, good with other dogs, cats and small animals. Shelby recently moved from a 

very large pen at her current carers parent's home where she stayed outdoors, to 

inside her current home. She has adapted very well, was nervous with steps going into 

the house at first, but isn't anymore. She does not go upstairs though. She is a 

very sweet dog. She's great with kids, and one would hardly know she is in the 

house. Perfect for one who doesn't want a dog to take over their home. 

Hercules - Adopted

Name: Hercules
Sex: Male (altered - per owner)
Breed: Pit Bull Heeler mix

Age: 2 1/2 years
Location: Cedar Park, TX

Vet/Medical Info: Hercules is neutered, up to date on vaccines, and heartworm negative, per his owner.  Hercules weighs 50 pounds.

Owner Info:  Hercules's owner needs to find him a new home for two reasons. First, her landlord is set on not allowing him to stay in her home because he is a pit mix. Secondly, she cannot afford to take him to a vet and he needs help. Every day one of his eyes fully dilates while the other one doesn't. If not, they seem puffy and swollen. She knows it affects his sight because he seems more scared at night and will bark more at noises.  During the day he sometimes seems startled to realize someone was beside him and may growl.  He will also snap when it's night time and he is sleeping and you wake him up.  He has bitten her when he is startled, but has never torn skin.  She believes it's more like a warning.  She has held on to him as long as she can, trying to find him help, but now her landlord said if he doesn't go then they have to move. She is a single mom with 6 kids, one of her boys is quite ill, and she can't afford to move.  She has tried several local rescues with no luck.   Hercules is an indoor dog with run of the house, he is housebroken and leash trained.  When he is walked, he loves to have people give him attention!  He knows "sit", "down", and even tries to give his paw sometimes!  According to his owner, he is good with men, women, and children, and both male and female dogs, but has been more easily startled lately.   His owner says that he is an awesome dog.   Her children have even painted his toenails!  He can be a bit hyper at times, but he loves being around people. What ever the kids do he is usually in the middle of it too, although recently if the kids play and get too loud, he seems scared and will get in the middle and growl.  Currently, he is not allowed to sleep in anyone's room, be on the couch, and he gets put up in the kennel when kids are playing in the house. His owner knows he feels the difference, and says he seems sad and confused and unsure if it's OK to be by you anymore when he approaches.  She thinks that he would do best in a home with another dog for companionship, otherwise he would have a hard time being left alone.  His owner says that if she were able, she would rather move than rehome him.

Ellie - In Therapets, Indiana Rescue

Name: Ellie
Sex: Female (altered)
Breed: Cairn Terrier

Age: 10 years
Location: Aurora, CO

Vet/Medical Info: Ellie is spayed.  She is up to date on bordatella (next due 12/19/2012) and distemper (next due 6/23/14), but is just now overdue for her rabies vaccine (due 7/2/12).  She is diabetic and is currently under-regulated, so she is going through a series of glucose curves to help regulate her insulin.  She is heartworm negative and is due for her next heartworm test in May, 2013.  Ellie weighs 22 pounds. 

Owner Info: DOB 7/25/2002. Ellie recently lost her sight and is having great difficulty getting around her owners' house because it's full of stairs.  Both of them work and so she's left home alone most of the day. She needs more companionship/taking care of now that she's blind.  They describe her as substantially blind, with milky colored dark eyes. They've contacted numerous local no-kill shelters, with no luck.  Ellie is an indoor dog with run of the house, she is housebroken and leash trained.  Ellie knows "sit", "come", "stay," and "outside".  Ellie is good with men, women, and children, and both male and female dogs.  She is not possessive of treats, toys, or food, and has never shown any aggression.  Ellie has diabetes that went undiagnosed for a few months, which they think led to her eventual blindness.  Her diabetes has been controlled with twice daily insulin (11 units) and a weight control diet.  She is otherwise healthy.  Ellie's owners are hoping for a situation where somebody needs and wants a good, loving companion that happens to be blind. Ellie is still friendly and finds her away around by feel, smell and sound, of course. Their schedule and house set up just aren't conducive.